Outer Banks Events

The Outer Banks has a variety of events going on throughout the year. No matter when you visit, something interesting will be happening. Listed below is a calendar of significant events taking place on the Outer Banks.

Weekly rotating programs including front porch chats with a retired USCG Commander, and performances by the J.R. Shanty Co. Call for times and schedule. Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site, Rodanthe. 252-987-1552
www.chicamacomico.net

Guided Interpretive Programs

On-Going Event: 7/1/2017 - 7/31/2017

A variety of free?educational activities for all ages, ranging from Red Wolf Howlings to adventures for Preschool Young Naturalists. Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge, Dare County Mainland. 252-216-9424
www.fws.gov/alligatorriver

Learn about your winged neighbors while learning to draw a bird and making a treat to bring home for feathered friends. Free with admission, Mon. 11am-12pm. Elizabethan Gardens, Manteo. 252-473-3234
www.elizabethangardens.org

Currituck Cornhole Tournaments

7/5/2017 - 7/26/2017

Teams can pre-register for each week?s game as well as sign-up on the day. Games 3-7pm. $10 person/$20 team. This year will be double elimination with a limit of 32 teams. Each week winners and runners up will receive a prize from Currituck Travel & Tourism. Whalehead in Historic Corolla 252-453-9040
www.visitcurrituck.com

Dynamic Flow on the Green

7/5/2017 - 7/26/2017

Grab a water bottle for a free calesthenics class, an energizing workout for all levels. Wed. 7:30am. Duck Town Park, Duck. 252-255-1234
www.townofduck.com

Learn about the fascinating lives of these beautiful, flittering creatures, with a hands-on activity designed to teach about the curious journey from caterpillar to butterfly. Free with admission, Wed. 11am-12pm. Elizabethan Gardens, Manteo. 252-473-3234
www.elizabethangardens.org

Maritime Crafts for Kids

7/5/2017 - 7/26/2017

Wed. from 10:30am-12pm, all ages are welcomed to learn history hands-on while creating their own nautical craft. Admission and supplies are free. Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum, Hatteras. 252-986-2995
www.graveyardoftheatlantic.com

The Civil War on Hatteras Island

7/5/2017 - 7/26/2017

Wed. at 2:30pm, join local experts for an hour-long lecture from this series, delving into Hatteras' rich Civil War history. Free. Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum, Hatteras. 252-986-2995
www.graveyardoftheatlantic.com

The Lost Colony's Children's Theatre - Jingle Arrgh the Way

7/5/2017 - 7/27/2017

Every Wed.-Thur. at 2pm, kids can delight in this adventurous, outdoor performance, from the author of How I Became a Pirate. Tickets $10. Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. 252-473-6000
www.thelostcolony.org

Whalehead Wednesdays

7/5/2017 - 7/26/2017

Join Sanctuary Vineyards, Vineyards on the Scuppernong and the Weeping Radish Brewery as they present local wine & beer tastings, while relishing live music and fun activities for the whole famly. Wed. 3-6:45pm. Admission $15. Currituck Heritage Park, Corolla. 252-453-9040
www.visitwhalehead.com

Concert on the Green

7/6/2017 - 7/27/2017

Thurs. evenings, revel in live music from a mix of genres. Chairs, coolers and pets are permitted. 6:30-8pm. Duck Town Park, Duck. 252-255-1234
www.townofduck.com

Energize Monday mornings with a scenic walk or run along the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. 9am. Participants receive a t-shirt, medal and breakfast. Entry $28-38. Sun Realty, Avon. 252-489-8239
www.theobxrunningcompany.com

Children's Interactive Theater

7/11/2017 - 7/25/2017

Families welcome to take part in this series of free, interactive performances. Tues. 10am. Duck Amphitheater, Duck. 252-255-1234
www.townofduck.com

Garden Discovery Programs: Fun with Frogs

7/11/2017 - 7/25/2017

Inquisitive minds can leap into discovery about the amazing life cycle of these wild, amphibious creatures. Free with admission, Tues. 11am-12pm. Elizabethan Gardens, Manteo. 252-473-3234
www.elizabethangardens.org

Movies on the Green

7/11/2017 - 7/25/2017

Tues. evenings at dusk, bring a blanket and chairs to claim your spot on the lawn for a movie under the stars. Free admission, but donations are appreciated. Duck Town Park, Duck. 252-255-1234
www.townofduck.com